Let's Talk about "The Game"

In late March, I released my original song, "The Game" and I just wanted to take a moment to discuss it with you guys - as far as the meaning behind the lyrics! On and off throughout the years, I've had to deal with bullying and cruel judgement. It all started around the beginning of my fifth grade year, and it peaked in grades six and seven.

I always tried to just be nice to everybody, no matter what kind of treatment I received in return. I was even nice to these people after they stepped all over me. Why? I was gullible. In a way, I still am. I am definitely way too sympathetic/empathetic toward people, and I try to see the good in everyone. Now, however, I've realized that I can show compassion toward other people, but I can't allow them to use me as their personal doormat. I know that I am always capable of walking away, and I always have the choice to simply ignore negativity. I don't have to hide from the world in order to protect myself, because I am strong, and I am worth something.

I always used to think that if I could make myself invisible, then I would finally be left alone. I eventually realized that I was only digging myself into a deep hole by trying to conceal my existence. I was making myself an easy target by cowering back and absorbing the malice. I became SO much happier when I stopped being afraid, and started loving myself without condition; no matter what the rest of the world had (and has) to say about me!